Chicken Parmesan with Grapefruit Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken Parmesan with Grapefruit Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Chicken thigh (with skin); 2 tbsp Sake; 2 tbsp Freshly squeezed grapefruit juice; 2 tbsp Katakuriko; 60 grams Parmesan cheese; 1 dash each Salt and pepper; 1 tsp Olive oil; 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar; 1 tbsp Soy sauce; 1 tbsp Mirin; 250 ml Freshly squeezed grapefruit juice

Servings: persons

1
Squeeze out the grapefruit juice.
2
Peel the skin off from the chicken to create a pouch.
3
In a bowl, add 2 tablespoons each of sake and grapefruit juice, and marinate the chicken in it for about 30 minutes.
4
Then coat the chicken evenly with katakuriko and remove from the bowl.
5
Stuff the finely grated Parmesan cheese between the meat and the skin.
6
Sprinkle some salt and pepper all over the chicken.
7
Place the chicken from Step 3 skin side down into a skillet, and cook it without moving the chicken over medium heat for 7 to 8 minutes, until golden brown.
8
Flip the chicken and cook the other side over medium-low heat for 3-4 minutes until thoroughly done.
9
Meanwhile, make the sauce.
10
Combine all of the ingredients in a pan and simmer until thickened.
11
Once it is thickened, add 100 ml of the grapefruit juice and reduce some more.
12
Add the remaining grapefruit juice, bring it to a boil again and the sauce is done.
13
For the garnish, peel a grapefruit (not listed) like you would peel an apple, and cut out each segment with a knife.
14
Cut the cooked chicken in half, serve it on a plate, drizzle on the sauce, and it is done.

219

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Chicken thigh (with skin), 2 tbsp Sake, 2 tbsp Freshly squeezed grapefruit juice, 2 tbsp Katakuriko, and more.

Yes, Chicken Parmesan with Grapefruit Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken Parmesan with Grapefruit Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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